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1600 CT Aircooled vacuum lines question	sarran1955	10 Sep 2026, 14:28	Once this week	Mechanical
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Rear brake balance

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 24 Jul 2024, 17:03
Replies: 4
by Michael4 » 22 Jul 2024, 10:29

Our camper has just passed the mot but with an advisory that the rear brakes are imbalanced, driver's side being the weaker.

While it was on the...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
24 Jul 2024, 17:03
1600 ct solex 34 pict 4 rebuild kit.

Last post by Greway « 21 Jul 2024, 21:28
Replies: 2
by Greway » 10 Oct 2023, 20:06

My van is a 1980 1600 ct manual.
I'm struggling to find a rebuild kit for the 34 pict 4 carb.
Anyone know where I can get one?

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Last post by Greway
21 Jul 2024, 21:28
Master Cylinder Replace & Bleeding

Last post by silverbullet « 21 Jul 2024, 18:32
Replies: 2
by Dennis_87 » 21 Jul 2024, 17:49

Evening all!

It appears as if our Clutch Master Cylinder is leaking fluid in to the drivers foot well, which is pointing towards replacing it.
Much...

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Last post by silverbullet
21 Jul 2024, 18:32
Syncro diff lock actuator lock seized but not.

Last post by Aidan « 19 Jul 2024, 10:34
Replies: 12
by burnzdog » 17 Jul 2024, 19:38

Put a post on syncro forum but no joy... Thought I had a seized diff lock, actuator was broke so got a replacement. Turns out its not seized. Once I...

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Last post by Aidan
19 Jul 2024, 10:34
1.6td Alternator Belt

Last post by HarryMann « 18 Jul 2024, 12:50
Replies: 9
by ChrisG89 » 26 Dec 2018, 17:08

Hey,

The alternator belt on my 1.6td Westy has snapped 6 times in the 6 months I've had the van. Starting to lose patience to say the least! Assumed...

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Last post by HarryMann
18 Jul 2024, 12:50
Starting engine from cold

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 17 Jul 2024, 20:28
Replies: 42
by TONYT25T25 » 13 Jun 2024, 20:13
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Always had this problem, whereby engine is reluctant to stay running when starting from cold. Using the cold start procedure, ie depress accelerator...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
17 Jul 2024, 20:28
1990 1.9 DG Coolant leak/issue

Last post by Chris « 17 Jul 2024, 14:33
Replies: 15
by OldSmithy » 22 Aug 2020, 10:55
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I’m looking for some advice after leaving air cooled ownership and buying my first T25. Apologies if some of you have responded to my Facebook post...
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Last post by Chris
17 Jul 2024, 14:33
VW LT28

Last post by Stesaw « 17 Jul 2024, 00:05
Replies: 4
by kermitdafwog » 03 Jul 2024, 08:34

Hello
I recently bought a non running 1979 LT28. The engine does run and sounds fine, no leaks or smoke but we were told that the van cuts out in 3rd...

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Last post by Stesaw
17 Jul 2024, 00:05
Coolent temperate sensor

Last post by Mocki « 16 Jul 2024, 20:37
Replies: 1
by stephenwalls » 16 Jul 2024, 15:17

Hi,
I have a 1988 1.9DG WBX. I'm trying to diagnose a problem with the temperature gauge. The gauge works fine plugging a test resistance into module...

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Last post by Mocki
16 Jul 2024, 20:37
Can’t select 4th or 5th gear

Last post by Corniki34 « 16 Jul 2024, 16:32
Replies: 3
by Corniki34 » 13 Jul 2024, 16:43

Got myself a shiny new stick as old one was bent.
Got it fitted without to much trouble but now can’t select 4th or 5th gear.
It appears as though...

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Last post by Corniki34
16 Jul 2024, 16:32
Not getting up to temperature

Last post by Robsey « 14 Jul 2024, 22:49
Replies: 6
by islandboy » 14 Jul 2024, 13:54

1987 1.9DG WBX Petrol
Just lately, temperature guage is taking forever ( 20 miles plus) to get anywhere near my normal indicator position. Engine is...

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Last post by Robsey
14 Jul 2024, 22:49
1.9 wbx reving high when warmed up.

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 14 Jul 2024, 12:48
Replies: 4
by Rara72 » 05 Jul 2024, 16:07

When I start my van after pushing accelerator pedal down once it starts with choke on and the revs slowly decrease over about 5 to 10 mins and sounds...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
14 Jul 2024, 12:48
Excessively noisy fuel pump

Last post by Mocki « 13 Jul 2024, 15:52
Replies: 22
by blourain » 08 Jul 2024, 17:32
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Hi there,
My T25 fuel pump became unbelievably noisy and the diagnosis was to change it. which we did.
Its as noisy as ever and quite frankly ruining...
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Last post by Mocki
13 Jul 2024, 15:52
Oil Pressure Nightmare.?

Last post by maxstu « 12 Jul 2024, 14:54
Replies: 5
by johnston » 08 Jul 2024, 12:11

I have a 1987 1.9 water cooled V.W. The mechanic has just fitted another engine which has turned out to be a 1982 1.9 water cooled engine. The...

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Last post by maxstu
12 Jul 2024, 14:54
1.6 JX Turbo supplier

Last post by Martino « 11 Jul 2024, 16:26
Replies: 2
by Martino » 11 Jul 2024, 10:14

HI
Anyone know where I can get a new turbo for a 1.6JX?
Any info appreciated
Thanks
Martino

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Last post by Martino
11 Jul 2024, 16:26
Hot running cured

Last post by Plasticman « 10 Jul 2024, 22:52

by Plasticman » 10 Jul 2024, 22:52

Obviously but still worth posting.
1.6D temp gauge at around 12 noon most of the time.but during warmer weather and running 50mph on motorway it will...

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Last post by Plasticman
10 Jul 2024, 22:52
Replacement JX cost/need?

Last post by Rich Mc « 10 Jul 2024, 17:51
Replies: 2
by Rich Mc » 10 Jul 2024, 13:42

Hi all, a bit of advice for a newbie would be most appreciated.

I have a 1989 1.6TD JX that has a knackered head gasket. I had blown three header...

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Last post by Rich Mc
10 Jul 2024, 17:51
Jk exhaust

Last post by ajsimmo « 10 Jul 2024, 17:11
Replies: 4
by southernscouse » 07 Jul 2024, 12:45

Got a very good deal on a ss complete exhaust for my Gipsy been running a speed shop one for several years but as I now have another engine I wanted...

4 Replies

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Last post by ajsimmo
10 Jul 2024, 17:11
Power assisted steering query

Last post by bat « 05 Jul 2024, 18:20
Replies: 19
by what2do » 27 Jun 2024, 09:19
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Has anyone ever been in a situation where they've had to drive their van after the hydraulic steering pump has failed? I'm trying to establish if is...
19 Replies

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Last post by bat
05 Jul 2024, 18:20
Barrel & piston kit fitting

Last post by R0B « 05 Jul 2024, 11:34
Replies: 8
by ChrisTyas » 28 Jun 2024, 12:14

Hi,
had a search but struggling to find definitive info; I've got no compression on cylinder 1 and low on cylinder 2 (1.9 DG late WBX).
Seemed to...

8 Replies

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Last post by R0B
05 Jul 2024, 11:34
Fitting tight hose over brake / clutch reservoir

Last post by simonmarsh « 05 Jul 2024, 07:37

by simonmarsh » 05 Jul 2024, 07:37

Dear all,

Apologies for the title - and the (probably) daft question. I have recently changed the clutch master cylinder (again) and clutch hose...

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Last post by simonmarsh
05 Jul 2024, 07:37
No full throttle after carb rebuild.

Last post by Stesaw « 03 Jul 2024, 09:11
Replies: 3
by Rara72 » 02 Jul 2024, 17:33

Having just refurbished my pierburg 2e carb with a kit from brickwerks and also changed the accelerator pump assembly and diaphragm from 13 mm to...

3 Replies

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Last post by Stesaw
03 Jul 2024, 09:11
Carb Inlet Filter

Last post by pbar « 02 Jul 2024, 16:47
Replies: 12
by pbar » 29 Jun 2024, 14:23

Hi, does anyone know where I can get a replacement fuel filter from please for the Pierburg 2E3 carb, the cone one which goes in the fuel inlet....

12 Replies

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Last post by pbar
02 Jul 2024, 16:47
Pierburg 2e carb accelerator pump

Last post by Rara72 « 02 Jul 2024, 11:03
Replies: 4
by Rara72 » 01 Jul 2024, 19:27

Is it possible to swap from the small 13mm accelerator pump to the 19mm one as long as you have correct diaphragm?
Or will it cause issues?

4 Replies

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Last post by Rara72
02 Jul 2024, 11:03
Is 10 tonne enough?

Last post by davidoft1 « 02 Jul 2024, 10:43
Replies: 1
by scotttie » 02 Jul 2024, 09:26

Looking to get a hydraulic press for the garage. I initially want it for wheel bearings but would like it to be capable of other jobs like bushings...

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Last post by davidoft1
02 Jul 2024, 10:43
Clutch slave cylinder

Last post by dazman1 « 30 Jun 2024, 15:05
Replies: 14
by dazman1 » 26 Jun 2024, 16:42

Hi everyone
I have a 1989 1.6 TD jx and have just had to change the starter motor.
It was a bit of a struggle to get the new motor in and levered...

14 Replies

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Last post by dazman1
30 Jun 2024, 15:05
Coolant leak while cooling down

Last post by maxstu « 30 Jun 2024, 14:13
Replies: 11
by randamonia » 03 Jun 2024, 20:38

Hi Folks
Hoping someone can put me out of my misery. Had a new engine fitted about 12 months ago and ever since had the odd coolant leak which kept...

11 Replies

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Last post by maxstu
30 Jun 2024, 14:13
Van Running wierd (popping) and erratic rev counter

Last post by hubcap61 « 29 Jun 2024, 12:57
Replies: 14
by crazyhorse » 30 Apr 2024, 09:06

Hey guys,

Long time no post. Hope someone can help

Recently the van has developed this strange problem. Idles at just over 1000rpm, but when I put...

14 Replies

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Last post by hubcap61
29 Jun 2024, 12:57
Auto Engineers in East Kent

Last post by maxstu « 26 Jun 2024, 20:00
Replies: 14
by maxstu » 24 Jun 2024, 20:26

Looking for a reliable company to do the following work:
Vapour blasting cases and cylinder heads
Regrind and polish 2.1 crank.
Camshaft measuring...

14 Replies

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Last post by maxstu
26 Jun 2024, 20:00
Garages in Kent?

Last post by Mocki « 24 Jun 2024, 20:25
Replies: 13
by justinjgreenaway » 17 Jun 2024, 17:05

Well loved t25 needs TLC from a garage in Kent area. Suspect turbo or something more serious. Loss of complete power and towed home in shame.

Any...

13 Replies

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Last post by Mocki
24 Jun 2024, 20:25
Water jet hose driver side fell though :( help

Last post by TheRealExile « 23 Jun 2024, 16:01
Replies: 15
by smellmycheese21 » 15 Jan 2024, 15:03
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Hi

I have a 1989 1.9 changed the passenger side washer no issue, drivers side pipe one slipped though and i cant get it back, how can i get to this...
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Last post by TheRealExile
23 Jun 2024, 16:01
Rocker Cover Oil Leak and Spares Resources in France

Last post by peteinnit « 22 Jun 2024, 18:04
Replies: 8
by peteinnit » 16 Jun 2024, 11:40

Hi all,
Along with looking for more advice I also have something that might help others for a change :D . I'm just back from a planned month in...

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Last post by peteinnit
22 Jun 2024, 18:04
Starting after being left for a few weeks

Last post by Stesaw « 22 Jun 2024, 10:34
Replies: 12
by Michael4 » 20 Jun 2024, 08:47

It takes 40 seconds to start if left for a few weeks.

Our 1.9DG has always had a problem. In normal use starting is absolutely fine but leave the...

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Last post by Stesaw
22 Jun 2024, 10:34
Dual Fuel 1.9 DG runs great on LPG but not petrol

Last post by crazyhorse « 21 Jun 2024, 19:54
Replies: 2
by stephenwalls » 19 Jun 2024, 18:34

Hi,
I have a 1985 1.9DG engined WBX. When I first purchased her, she ran absolutely fine on petrol, but on more than one occasion when taking the van...

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Last post by crazyhorse
21 Jun 2024, 19:54
Engine number location

Last post by colinthefox « 20 Jun 2024, 19:54
Replies: 1
by Jabberwocky » 20 Jun 2024, 06:46

Hello.
Just acquired my first VW Transporter T3/T3 camper so know nothing about vehicle but am keen to learn so I can carry out own repairs /...

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Last post by colinthefox
20 Jun 2024, 19:54
AEF CS cams

Last post by TSM « 19 Jun 2024, 14:42
Replies: 2
by TSM » 19 Jun 2024, 08:58

Help!

I'm going away in my camper tomorrow night and a cam follower has just exploded taking out a chunk of the cam.

Does anyone know if the 1.6 CS...

2 Replies

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Last post by TSM
19 Jun 2024, 14:42
Weber carb jets

Last post by Wbxnewby « 19 Jun 2024, 07:28
Replies: 8
by Wbxnewby » 31 May 2024, 20:06

Just rebuilt my t25. I left the carb untouched and in start up it was very erratic.
I have a twin choke Weber on it and found the main jet was...

8 Replies

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Last post by Wbxnewby
19 Jun 2024, 07:28
Leaking hose from brake/clutch reservoir to clutch master cylinder

Last post by simonmarsh « 19 Jun 2024, 07:14
Replies: 13
by simonmarsh » 10 Jun 2024, 13:28

Dear All,

I recently had some work done on my 1980 CU engine Type 25 which included master and slave cylinder replacement. Yesterday evening I...

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Last post by simonmarsh
19 Jun 2024, 07:14
JX 1.6TD- New head, no oil?

Last post by davidoft1 « 16 Jun 2024, 18:16
Replies: 5
by w00dy » 16 Jun 2024, 16:28

Fitted a new (AMC) head to my JX and after reassembly there doesn't seem to be any oil getting to the head at all upon turning it over. I've removed...

5 Replies

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Last post by davidoft1
16 Jun 2024, 18:16
AAP 5 Speed Re-furb

Last post by Burtybassett « 16 Jun 2024, 10:48
Replies: 4
by Burtybassett » 15 Jun 2024, 08:43

Hi guys
I'm in the market to get my 41 year old American AAP 5 speed box refurbished.
I've emailed Aiden - who unfortunately isn't taking on any...

4 Replies

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Last post by Burtybassett
16 Jun 2024, 10:48
Lower Ball Joint Removal

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 15 Jun 2024, 18:16
Replies: 9
by The Hairy Camper » 13 Jun 2024, 13:02

I've taken the control arms off the front of my van as all of the ball joints (and brakes) were knackered.

Got most parts off fine, but the lower...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
15 Jun 2024, 18:16
1.6 TD jx leek off pipes

Last post by dsa « 14 Jun 2024, 15:41
Replies: 6
by jacko1967 » 17 May 2024, 11:12

2 of my leek off pipes are weeping I've fitted new and re trimmed the ends but still they are weeping 1st pic is the dry one 2 Nd the weeping one...

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Last post by dsa
14 Jun 2024, 15:41
2.0 CU Starting issues. Sorted :-)

Last post by Stesaw « 13 Jun 2024, 14:56
Replies: 42
by TheRealExile » 21 Apr 2024, 17:16
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Hi,

T25 newbie here.

I have a 1980 T25 which currently isn't running, the previous owner told me it was the fuel pump as he'd had it running...
42 Replies

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Last post by Stesaw
13 Jun 2024, 14:56
Pierburg 2E3 Idle Setup

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 12 Jun 2024, 17:52
Replies: 2
by WasserBoy » 09 Jun 2024, 17:07

Does anyone know what 1 and 3 should be set to from cold? What is the factory set position for them? Its the idle screws on a Pierburg 2E3. I have...

2 Replies

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
12 Jun 2024, 17:52
Fuel leak (sometimes)

Last post by randamonia « 08 Jun 2024, 06:04
Replies: 6
by droftardis » 15 May 2024, 18:55

Hey All.

Bit of an odd one. We had the fuel tank replaced about 12 months ago. One thing we have noticed is that when we fill up, there is a leak...

6 Replies

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Last post by randamonia
08 Jun 2024, 06:04
Still Smoking under load

Last post by Mick.source « 06 Jun 2024, 17:47
Replies: 15
by Mick.source » 21 May 2024, 10:44
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Hi all this is my last chance of solving this problem before i get a replacement engine.
As you know from previous topic i have rebuilt a JX engine,...
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Last post by Mick.source
06 Jun 2024, 17:47
1.6JXTD turbo boost pipe

Last post by jacko1967 « 06 Jun 2024, 12:25

by jacko1967 » 06 Jun 2024, 12:25

Hi I've just tracked down a long running oil leak a protruding nut on the exhaust manifold has worn through the above pipe on the inside out of sight...

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Last post by jacko1967
06 Jun 2024, 12:25
Wheel alignment in nottingham.

Last post by dazzerT251900td « 05 Jun 2024, 17:54
Replies: 2
by dazzerT251900td » 02 Jun 2024, 16:36

Hi everyone.
Ive just replaced the front end top wishbone bushes and inner rubber bushes and top and lower ball joints on my T25 Westfalia...

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Last post by dazzerT251900td
05 Jun 2024, 17:54
Van not starting after winter sitting

Last post by jrt « 03 Jun 2024, 21:01
Replies: 2
by radiostar » 03 Jun 2024, 15:35

Good afternoon, I really hope you can help.
I bought our camper last year (1988 caravelle hightop) and I left it without starting for almost 6 months...

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Last post by jrt
03 Jun 2024, 21:01
Leak off pipes 1.6jx

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 03 Jun 2024, 17:28
Replies: 1
by dsa » 03 Jun 2024, 17:19

Hi all anyone had any issues getting decent quality diesel leak of pipes recently changed mine as old ones perished think it was Topran pipe from JK...

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03 Jun 2024, 17:28

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